By LANCE DALLECK, Ph.D. You know your clients need to exercise aerobically, build muscle strength and improve flexibility, but is there a specific formula for ordering exercises that will maximize their effectiveness? We examine the three Golden Rules for proper physical activity sequencing, as well as important exceptions to these rules. Read More »

The federal government recently released updated dietary guidelines to help people make healthier choices and reduce the negative impact of diet-related chronic diseases, but are these new recommendations enough to have a meaningful impact on America’s obesity epidemic? Read More »

Thanks to a devoted following in Hollywood, Piloxing—a hybrid of boxing and Pilates—found its way onto more than a few top 10 fitness trends lists this year. But does celebrity trainer Viveca Jensen’s Piloxing DVD, which promises users a “Sleek, Sexy and Powerful” self-image, actually deliver a safe and effective workout? Read More »

Exergames have been proven to help get kids moving—now new ACE-sponsored research shows that video games like Wii Fit® Shaun White Snowboarding, XaviX® Boxing and Dancetown® are a great way to help older adults become more physically active as well. Learn how these video games can be used to complement traditional exercise programs. Read More »

By FABIO COMANA, M.S., M.A. With spring just around the corner, and an estimated 19 million people of all ages ready to hit the courts, there’s no better time to take advantage of the growing need for tennis-specific training. Learn how you can use the ACE IFTTM Model to help the tennis enthusiasts or competitors in your facility achieve their conditioning goals in preparation for the upcoming outdoor tennis season. Read More »

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